The NILS am See is perfect for bike holidays in Austria.

The most popular cycle path in the region, the B10 takes you on a relaxed 118-kilometre ride along the reed belt, through idyllic vineyards, wet meadows, and salt lakes – with Lake Neusiedl always in sight. With a total ride time of around 10 hours, we recommend taking it slow and making the most of local refreshment stops along the way. 

Cherry trees as far as the eye can see – wild, weathered, and reaching proudly into the steel-blue sky. The Cherry Blossom Cycle Path, along the foot of the Leitha Mountains, is an absolute showstopper in spring when the trees burst into bloom, but it’s worth riding year-round. This 43-kilometre route (around 3.5 hours) winds through charming villages with cobbled lanes and past vineyards and meadows. The highlight? Constant, sweeping views of Lake Neusiedl – a must for lovers of scenic bike holidays in Austria.

This 50-kilometre cycle path leads you straight through the Neusiedler See – Seewinkel National Park, past lush meadows, traditional grazing lands, and the remarkable Lange Lacke. You’ll explore over 80 shallow salt lakes – a rare inland European habitat found only here and in parts of central Hungary. This 4-hour ride offers a feast for the eyes, as well as a special treat for birdwatchers, with countless native species to spot. 

Yes. Austria is an excellent cycling destination, with well-developed cycle paths, e-bike routes, and mountain-bike trails ranging from gentle lakeside rides to challenging Alpine climbs. Around Lake Neusiedl, many routes are signposted and mostly paved, with more than 1,000 kilometres of cycling trails to explore. From the NILS am See in Weiden am See, you have direct access to 12 themed routes and can hire an e-mountain bike at the hotel for €38.00 per day. 

For most adults, no. Austrian law generally does not require cyclists aged 14 or over to wear a helmet, although a helmet is recommended for riders of all ages. Children under 12 must wear a helmet when riding, travelling in a bicycle trailer, or being carried as a passenger. Riders under the age of 14 must also wear one when using an e-bike.

Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland is an excellent choice for a relaxed cycling holiday, particularly for leisure cyclists, e-bikers, and riders who prefer gentle gradients. The 118-kilometre B10 Lake Neusiedl Cycle Path leads through reed beds, vineyards, and lakeside villages. It is mostly paved and can be shortened using ferry connections. The NILS am See provides direct access to the region’s routes, including the 43-kilometre Cherry Blossom Cycle Path and the 50-kilometre Lacken Cycle Path through the Neusiedler See – Seewinkel National Park. 

The 75% rule is a training guideline. It recommends completing at least 75% of your weekly riding time or distance at no more than 75% of your maximum heart rate – mainly easy recovery and endurance rides in Zones 1 and 2. Only a smaller proportion should involve demanding, high-intensity efforts. Other coaching systems use slightly different ratios, such as 80/20, so the principle is more important than the exact percentage: ride easily most of the time and hard occasionally. The gentle routes around the NILS am See are ideal for controlled endurance rides.